CROWDS descended on the latest Bewdley Artisan Market at the town’s rowing club last Friday.
More than 25 stalls were available to browse offering a multitude of goods, including gin, wine, fresh bread, pies, pastries, venison wood crafts, oils, candles, artwork, preserves, silverware and jewellery, cheese, bespoke crochet, handmade soaps, plants and more.
Haydn Roberts (Lightwood Cheese) lets customers try the cheeses on offer. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2326001MMR6
And popular duo Toucan were back performing live music to keep shoppers and visitors entertained throughout the day.
The event was also attended by newly-elected Mayor, Coun Sharon Harvey, who took up the role last month.
James Rushton at work cutting venison bones. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2326001MMR3
She said: “The weather was not the best in the morning but it brightened up in the afternoon and it was very well-attended.
“I was very impressed with both the quality of the goods and the variety of stalls on offer.
“It was a lovely day.”
Theo (six) enjoys a slice of cake. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2326001MMR5
Ellie Hooper, who organises the event with Sonia Lloyd, said: “We were absolutely thrilled with the footfall – these Bewdley Artisan Markets seem to be more popular each time we hold them.
“We also had fresh pulled-pork, crackling and apple sauce baps for the first time from The Hop Pole which went down really well.
“People came down and really made a day of it.”
Artist Alexa Summers discusses her work with customers. Picture by Marcus Mingins 2326001MMR4
The Bewdley Artisan Markets take place quarterly – one for each season – with the next due to take place on September 4.
